Beacon Yellow HDC-CL-16 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F3C98C, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palomino Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F3C98C · HDC-CL-16
Beacon Yellow
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Beacon Yellow Technical Profile
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Beacon Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Beacon Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBeacon Yellow
Nearly identical
PPGPalomino Gold
Palomino Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Fennel Pollen
Kilz
Nearly identical
Afterglow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Daytime Sun
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hacienda Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sunset in Italy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Croissant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Arts & Crafts Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moir Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Beacon Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Beacon Yellow
#F3C98C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Beacon Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Beacon Yellow Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Beacon Yellow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Beacon Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Beacon Yellow have?
Beacon Yellow by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Beacon Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Beacon Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Beacon Yellow are Palomino Gold by PPG (a near-identical match), Fennel Pollen by Kilz (a near-identical match), Banana Shake by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Beacon Yellow's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Beacon Yellow?
Beacon Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Beacon Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.